Chongqing is unique in many ways. The largest rural city in China and one of the few megacities far from the coast has a peculiar location. Indeed, Chongqing is the only big city in China built on steep terrain, with the wild Yangtze River meandering around. Besides, foreign influences are hard to find in Chongqing, […]
Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China. It is the second most populated city in China and its main cultural center. It is the most Chinese of all of the Chinese cities, beautifully adorned with traditional neighborhoods and royal palaces. That’s not all. Beijing is home to outstanding ancient temples, world-class museums, […]
Shanghai is one of the world’s most exciting cities. It is China’s most populous city and financial center. However, walk around the city, and you will see the influence of different world powers. Thus, its heritage is a blend of Chinese and western influences. Indeed, the city boasts an ancient old town, lavish palaces, and […]
China is the world’s most populous country. According to the United Nations Data for 2020, the population of China stands at about 1,438 billion people, which is roughly 18.5% of the world population. Though population growth has slowed down in recent years, its urban population continues to rise. In 2020 and for the first time, […]